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MASS 1210 - Massage Therapy II
Credits: 6
An in depth, hands-on study of safe and effective Swedish massage techniques and introduces the application of hydrotherapy techniques. Students deepen their knowledge of anatomy and kinesiology as it pertains to massage therapy and apply Swedish massage techniques in a supervised clinical setting.
Prerequisite(s): MASS 1110 .
Offered: Spring.
Four lecture hours, four lab hours.
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MASS 1220 - Business in Massage Therapy
Credits: 2
Identifies best business practices along with state and federal laws applicable to massage therapists. Fundamentals of business success, marketing, and basic financial literacy are explained. Medical record keeping, charting, health care terminology and basic billing practices, as well as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) are defined.
Prerequisite(s): MASS 1110 .
Offered: Spring.
Two lecture hours.
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MASS 1230 - Contraindication of Massage Therapy
Credits: 1
Identifies contraindications and areas of caution related to massage therapy. The course covers when it is not appropriate or safe to treat a client, and identifies precautions massage therapists must take when working with special populations, pathologies and contraindications related to classes of medications.
Prerequisite(s): MASS 1110 .
Offered: Spring.
One lecture hour.
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MASS 1310 - Massage Therapy III
Credits: 6
Introduces students to the field of deep tissue massage, myofascial release techniques, and introductory lessons in other massage modalities. Students advance their skills using the application of hydrotherapy and deepen their knowledge of physiology and pathology as it pertains to massage therapy.
Prerequisite(s): MASS 1210 .
Corequisite(s):
Offered: Summer.
Four lecture hours, four lab hours.
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MASS 1330 - Introduction to Pregnancy Massage Therapy
Credits: 1
Introduces students to the field of pregnancy massage. Students identify contraindications, precautions and techniques unique to massage pregnant women in each trimester. Students also practice side-lying position on the massage table with pillows and appropriate draping.
Permission required.
Offered: Occasionally.
Three-quarters lecture, one-quarter lab.
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MASS 1340 - Introduction to Oncology Massage Therapy
Credits: 1
Introduces students to the field of oncology massage therapy practices. This course covers basic guidelines of what to do for clients during during cancer treatment and the years post-treatment. Intake questions, precautions, contraindications and comfort techniques are reviewed.
Permission required.
Offered: Occasionally.
Three-quarters lecture, one-quarter lab.
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MASS 1350 - Introduction to Cranial Sacral Massage Therapy
Credits: 1
Introduces students to the field Biodynomic Cranial Sacral Therapy. Student practice a gentle yet profound non-invasive, hands-on treatment for the whole body, focused on supporting the health of the whole being, especially the nervous system.
Permission required.
Offered: Occasionally.
Three-quarters lecture hours, one-quarter lab hour.
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MASS 1360 - Introduction to Polarity Therapy
Credits: 1
Introduces student to the field of Polarity Therapy. Students practice a gentle yet profound non-invasive, hands-on treatment for the whole body., focused on supporting the health of the whole being, especially the nervous system
Permission required.
Offered: Occasionally.
Three-quarters lecture hours, one-quarter lab.
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MASS 1370 - Introduction to Sports Massage Therapy
Credits: 1
Introduces massage therapy student to the theory and application of sports massage. Students identigy techniques specific to treating athletes and active individuals and assess and apply appropriate techniques to enhance performance in athletic events. Students also practice a variety of techniques such as stretching, range of motion, tapotement and vibration to a clothed individual.
Permission required.
Offered: Occasionally.
Three-quarters lecture hours, one-quarter lab.
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MASS 1380 - Introduction to Thai Massage Therapy
Credits: 1
Introduces students to the field of Thai massage therapy and reviews the general history of Thai massage theraphy and thics as it relates to cultural appropriation and Buddhist medicine. Students practice a variet of techniques such as a basic full body compression, traction and stretching sequences for the floor with are applicable to the massage table.
Permission required.
Offered: Occasionally.
Three-quarters lecture hours, one-quarter lab.
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MASS 1390 - Introduction to Side-Lying Massage Theraphy
Credits: 1
Introduces students to the field of side-lying massage therapy. Students identify the benefits of having clients lay on their sides for a massage session, especially appropriate for people who cannot lay rone, including pregnant women, people suffering from PTSD, and people recovering from surgeries. Students practice side-lying on the massage table with pillows and appropriate draping.
Permission required.
Offered: Occasionally.
Three-quarters lecture hours, one-quarter lab.
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MASS 1400 - Introduction to Chair Massage Therapy
Credits: 1
Introduces students to the field of Chair Massage Therapy. Students practice a sequence of massage therapy techniques and hands-on treatment for the whole body. The treatment is focused on appropriate body mechanics and principles of massage for clients who are clothed.
Permission required.
Offered: Spring.
Three-quarters lecture hours, one-quarter lab.
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MASS 1990 - Clinical Intensive in Massage Therapy
Credits: 2
Practice basic Swedish massage fundamentals and techniques in a professional massage setting. Students give professional massages under the supervision of the instructor to clients from the community.
Permission required.
Prerequisite(s): MASS 1210 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Six lab hours.
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MATH 101 - Pre-Algebra
Credits: 4
Prepares students for algebra and business math. Topics include performing operations with fractions, decimals, proportions, percentages, and integers; solving linear equations and using formulas; using and converting standard and metric units; and creating and interpreting graphs. Students will use their math skills and a scientific calculator to solve problems from other disciplines and from everyday life. Eligible for PR grade.
Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring.
Four lecture hours.
Amendment - Math 101-Pre-Algebra was archived and removed as a prerequisite, effective Fall 2023.
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MATH 101S - Pre-Algebra Workshop
Credits: 2
A hands-on course to support students in MATH 101. Students will participate in activities and projects to solidify their understanding of mathematical concepts and relationships. Students will strengthen their basic math and study skills.
Graded: Pass/Fail.
Corequisite(s): MATH 101 .
Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring.
One lecture hour, two lab hours.
Amendment - Math 101S-Pre-Algebra Workshop was archived and removed as a prerequisite, effective Fall 2023.
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MATH 102 - Basic Algebra
Credits: 4
An introduction to the fundamental algebraic laws and concepts. Topics include linear equations and inequalities; polynomials, exponents, roots and scientific notation; and graphing and the coordinate system. Students will use algebra to solve problems from other disciplines and from everyday life. Eligible for PR grade.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 101 or MATH 100X appropriate placement score.
Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring.
Four lecture hours.
Amendment - Math 102-Basic Algebra was archived and removed as a prerequisite, effective Fall 2023.
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MATH 104L - Emporium Math Lab
Credits: 1
An emporium math course held in a computer lab with access to one-on-one assistance. It is designed to help students accelerate through the developmental math course sequence, improve placement, or support their performance in their current math course. Students will have self-paced web-based practice through interactive software with the math content appropriate to their placement level.
May be taken twice.
Graded: Pass/Fail.
Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring.
Two lab hours.
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MATH 108 - College Algebra Accelerated Learning Lab
Credits: 2
Provides support to students taking MATH 1220 College Algebra. Students review mathematical concepts and skills and develop learning strategies to support their success in College Algebra.
Permission required.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 102 .
Corequisite(s): MATH 1220 .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
One Lecture hour, two lab hours.
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MATH 130S - Survey of Mathematics Support
Credits: 1
Provides support to students taking MATH 1130 Survey of Mathematics. Students review mathematical concepts and skills and develop learning strategies to support their success in Survey of Mathematics.
Graded: Pass/Fail.
Corequisite(s): MATH 1130 .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
One lecture hour.
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MATH 1105 - Foundations of Algebra
Credits: 4
The study of equations, functions, and graphs, reviewing real numbers and variables, and concentrating on polynomial and rational functions. Emphasizes algebraic problem solving and graphical representations of functions
Offered: Summer, Fall, and Spring.
Four lecture hours.
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MATH 1105L - Foundations of Algebra Lab
Credits: 2
Provides support to students taking MATH 1105. Students review mathematical concepts and skills and develop learning strategies to support their success in MATH 1105.
Corequisite(s): MATH 1105
Offered: Summer, Fall, and Spring.
Four lab hours.
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MATH 1110 - Math for Teachers I
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: MATH 111] Investigates the representation of rational numbers and rational number arithmetic, including base ten and decimal numbers, fractions, and arithmetic operations on these sets. Connections to basic geometric concepts are included. Explanation and problem solving is emphasized throughout.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1105
Offered: Fall.
Three lecture hours.
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MATH 1115 - Math for Teachers II
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: MATH 112] Develops basic geometric concepts including rigid transformations and congruence; dilations and similarity; length, area and volume; systems of measurement and unit conversions; and connections to coordinate geometry. Explanation and problem solving is emphasized throughout.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1105 .
Offered: Spring.
Three lecture hours.
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MATH 1130 - Survey of Mathematics
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: MATH 119] Develops students’ ability to work with and interpret numerical data, to apply logical and symbolic analysis to a variety of problems, and/or to model phenomena with mathematical or logical reasoning. Topics include financial mathematics used in everyday life situations, statistics, and optional topics from a wide array of authentic contexts.
Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring.
NMGEC: Area II: Mathematics.
Three lecture hours.
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MATH 1215 - Intermediate Algebra
Credits: 4
[Previously offered as: MATH 109] A study of linear and quadratic functions, and an introduction to polynomial, absolute value, rational, radical, exponential, and logarithmic functions. A development of strategies for solving single-variable equations and contextual problems.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 102 or appropriate placement score.
Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring.
Four lecture hours.
Amendment - Math 1215-Intermediate Algebra was archived and removed as a prerequisite, effective Fall 2023.
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MATH 1220 - College Algebra
Credits: 4
[Previously offered as: MATH 121] The study of equations, functions, and graphs, reviewing linear and quadratic functions, and concentrating on polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Emphasizes algebraic problem solving skills and graphical representation of functions.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1105 .
Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring.
NMGEC: Area II: Mathematics.
Four lecture hours.
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MATH 1250 - Trigonometry and Pre-Calculus
Credits: 4
[Previously offered as: MATH 150] The study of functions in general with emphasis on the elementary functions: algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions. Topics include rates of change, limits, systems of equations, conic sections, sequences and series, trigonometric equations and identities, complex number, vectors, and applications.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1220 .
Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring.
NMGEC: Area II: Mathematics.
Three lecture hours, two lab hours.
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MATH 1250L - Trigonometry and Pre-Calculus Laboratory
Credits: 1
{Previously offered as: MATH 150L] A companion to MATH 1250 that covers additional topics useful for students who plan to study mathematics, mathematical sciences, computer science, or engineering at a four-year college or university. Readings and problems are supplemented with discussions and video lectures. Topics include sequences and series, complex numbers, trigonometric identities in greater depth than in MATH 1250, and applications of trigonometry to physics and engineering.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1220 or appropriate placement score.
Corequisite(s): MATH 1250 .
Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring.
One lecture hour.
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MATH 1350 - Introduction to Statistics
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: MATH 135] The fundamentals of descriptive and inferential statistics. Students gain introductions to topics such as descriptive statistics, probability and basic probability models used in statistics, sampling and statistical inference, and techniques for the visual presentation of numerical data. These concepts are illustrated by examples from a variety of fields.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1130 .
Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring.
NMGEC: Area II: Mathematics.
Two lecture hours, two lab hours.
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MATH 1430 - Applications of Calculus I
Credits: 4
[Previously offered as: MATH 180] An algebraic and graphical study of derivatives and integrals, with an emphasis on applications to business, social science, economics. and the sciences.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1220 or MATH 1250 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Four lecture hours.
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MATH 1510 - Calculus I
Credits: 4
[Previously offered as: MATH 162] Introduces the intuitive, numerical, and theoretical concepts of limits, continuity, differentiation, and integration. Includes the study of extrema, curve sketching, and applications involving algebraic, exponential, logarithmic, and trigonometric functions. Designed for mathematics, science, and engineering majors.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1250 .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
NMGEC: Area II: Mathematics.
Three lecture hours, two lab hours.
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MATH 1520 - Calculus II
Credits: 4
[Previously offered as: MATH 163] Continues course of study begun in Calculus I. Covers integration techniques, numerical integration, improper integrals, some differential equations, sequences, series, and applications.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1510 .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
NMGEC: Area II: Mathematics.
Three lecture hours, two lab hours.
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MATH 2410 - Applied Ordinary Differential Equations
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: MATH 267] An introduction to differential equations. Students learn to to classify, construct, and solve different types of equations. Systems of equations, Laplace transforms, series solutions, and numerical methods are introduced. This course is not designed for students seeking a degree in mathematics.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 2530 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Two lecture hours, two lab hours.
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MATH 2530 - Calculus III
Credits: 4
[Previously offered as: MATH 264] Continuation of Calculus II including multivariate and vector calculus, level curves and surfaces, partial derivatives, gradient, directional derivatives, tangent planes, optimization, multiple integrals in Cartesian, cylindrical, and spherical coordinate systems.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1520 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Three lecture hours, two lab hours.
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FDMA 1115 - Design History
Credits: 3
A history of graphic and industrial design and architecture of the western world from 1450 A.D. through to the present. The course will describe the various periods and styles in design as they relate to the historical settings during which the works were created. Emphasis will be placed on the political, social, spiritual, intellectual, and cultural movements that affect the creation and development of design.
Offered: Occasionally.
NMGEC: Area V: Humanities.
Three lecture hours.
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FDMA 1120 - Desktop Publishing I
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: MART 123] Teaches introductory skills for designing and creating publications and presentations with layout software. The course will focus on graphics and typographic design, fonts, and other skills for print and web publishing.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
Three lecture hours.
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FDMA 1180 - Adobe Lightroom
Credits: 2
[Previously offered as: MART 188] This class presents a thorough overview of Adobe Lightroom, an application encompassing digital workflow, file management, basic adjustments, and presentation tools. Students will have a hands-on opportunity to work with Lightroom to create an efficient and comprehensive digital workflow.
Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring.
Two lecture hours.
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FDMA 1260 - Introduction to Digital Media
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: MART 119] Explores how text, graphics, sound, images and video come together in a digital media program as well as trends and current issues related to media applications and design. Students will be involved in teamwork, communication and workplace interaction simulation.
Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring.
Two lecture hours, two lab hours.
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FDMA 1290 - Electronic Color Theory and Practice
Credits: 1
[Previously offered as: MART 187] A study of electronic color modes, spaces, device calibration and color management. Students learn to match output to input depending on production method, including Web, print and video. Topics include additive and substractive color primaries, defining color space, device gamuts, choosing a color model, calibration and profiles, color management workflow, third-party calibration software and hardware, and color modes (bitmapped, grayscale, RGB, CMYK and Lab).
Graded: Pass/Fail.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
One lecture hour.
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FDMA 1360 - Web Design I
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: MART 130] Provides an introduction to web development techniques, theory and design. Students will learn HTML, CSS application, and strategies for effective site navigation and design, along with industry standard web editing software to develop various websites.
Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring.
Three lecture hours.
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FDMA 1410 - Audio Production I
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: MART 160] The application of essential tools and techniques in analog and digital audio production. Topics include acoustic science, microphones, recording and mixing techniques, analog and digital audio hardware and software, including multi-track, computer-based recording and editing systems.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
Three lecture hours.
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FDMA 1510 - Introduction to 3D Animation
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: MART 148] Provides an overview of 3D animation production processes. Students will be introduced to basic story development and the creation of computer-generated assets and cinematic sequences. The course will survey specialty areas of digital animation and various software and techniques applied in entertainment and information media. Students will review and critique other’s animation, as well as plan and produce original animation for review by classmates and as part of a CGI demo reel.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Offered: Occasionally.
Three lecture hours.
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FDMA 1515 - Introduction to Digital Image Editing Photoshop
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: MART 180] Teaches how to use the tools in Adobe Photoshop to create new images and edit existing images. Tools used will include selections, layers, and adjustments, among other pixel editing tools. Basic composition and output will be emphasized in all projects.
Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring.
Three lecture hours.
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FDMA 1535 - Introduction To Illustrator
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: MART 121] Students receive instruction on vector graphics creation using vector illustration software. The students will create professional-quality artwork for print publishing and multimedia graphics. Instruction includes creating and manipulating basic shapes, drawing with the pen tool, using various brushes, working with type and preparing graphics for web, print, and digital publication.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
Three lecture hours.
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FDMA 1570 - Game Design Analysis
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: MART 144] An overview of games past to present and analysis of specific video game genres. Students learn the historical and cultural significance of video games through lecture and research. Students analyze and write about a different genre or video game each week. Topics include game history, game analysis, game mechanics, game design, and game theory.
Offered: Fall.
Three lecture hours.
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FDMA 1580 - Game Design Fundamentals
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: MART 146] An introduction to the elements of game design and creation. Video games will be dissected and analyzed. Students create traditional (non-video games) to gain hands-on knowledge of the fundamentals of game design. Topics include game design, game play, game balance and game theory.
Offered: Occasionally.
Three lecture hours.
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FDMA 1630 - Principles of Design
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: MART 118] Explores how we see and use visuals to communicate information. Students will develop critical thinking skills in applying concepts of basic design principles. Students will apply the concepts with hands-on and analysis assignments. These concepts will then be applied to design for advertising, print, digital media, and web design. The business of design will also be covered with emphasis on client relations and networking.
Prerequisite(s): FDMA 1260 or FDMA 1535 or FDMA 1515 or permission.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
Three lecture hours.
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FDMA 1730 - 3D Graphics and Animation II
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: MART 178] A continuation of 3D graphics and animation studies, geared towards developing and producing advanced animation projects by expanding and refining skills acquired in MART 148. Topics include advanced techniques and tools for 3D modeling, texturing, and character rigging.
Prerequisite(s): FDMA 1510 .
Offered: Spring.
Three lecture hours.
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FDMA 2153 - Introduction to Wordpress
Credits: 2
[Previously offered as: MART 229] Instruction in creating blog websites using Wordpress, the industry standard content management system (CMS). Topics include Wordpress themes, navigating the dashboard, creating blog posts, adding pages, and creating menus.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
Two lecture hours.
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FDMA 2155 - Photoshop II
Credits: 3
Previously offered as: MART 280] Expands on the Photoshop skill set to develop proficiency with selections, masking, channels, filters, color correction, painting tools, vector integration, video, special effects, and compositing techniques. The focus is on the core image-editing tools of Photoshop that can be universally applied to photography, print, film or the web. The material is covered in production-oriented projects and students develop work suitable for portfolios.
Prerequisite(s): FDMA 1515 or permission.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
Three lecture hours.
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FDMA 2253 - Advanced WordPress
Credits: 2
Instruction in working in WordPress’s advanced topics, including projects, short codes, custom Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), social media integration, responsive layout design, domain management, among other topics.
Prerequisite(s): FDMA 2153 .
Offered: Spring.
Two lecture hours.
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FDMA 2290 - Advanced Digital Projects
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: MART 284] Students work on advanced individual projects using the skills and concepts they learned in intermediate-level MART classes including Photoshop, Web, Animation, Graphics, and Video. Feedback and instruction is provided by student presentations and interaction, and one-to-one contact with the instructor.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): FDMA 2155 or permission.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
Three lecture hours.
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FDMA 2375 - Typography
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: MART 223] This course introduces students to the history of typography and its emotive, symbolic and communicative aspects. Students learn how to use type in a creative and aesthetic way and develop an understanding of page composition that incorporates concept and design.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Offered: Occasionally.
Three lecture hours.
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FDMA 2430 - Copyright and Media
Credits: 1
[Previously offered as: MART 189] This workshop format class is designed to provide students, graphic designers and other content creators with essential information on copyright and fair use concepts as they relate to finding and using Internet and other media.
Graded: Pass/Fail.
Offered: Occasionally.
One lecture hour.
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FDMA 2630 - Principles of Design II
Credits: 3
This course builds upon the tools taught in Principles of Design I and dives into their practical application. Students will be introduced to a wide array of real world design opportunities and explore the scope of what constitutes a Graphic Designer.
Prerequisite(s): FDMA 1630 .
Offered: Fall.
Three lecture hours.
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FDMA 2790 - Game Design Concepts
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: MART 246] Instruction in prototyping and designing individual concepts for video games. Topics include how to craft, demonstrate, and refine multiple projects, including characters and environments. With instructor’s approval, design medium(s) are students’ choice. Feedback and instruction are provided through lecture, student presentations, peer interaction, and one-on-one interaction with the instructor.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): FDMA 1580 .
Offered: Spring.
Three lecture hours.
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MAST 115 - Medical Assistant Administrative Procedures
Credits: 3
Introduces students to typical clerical, office and business skills in the office. Students learn telephone skills, liaison skills, appointment scheduling, filing, organizing patient records, reception duties, effective communication with patients and staff and how to keep an inventory of supplies. An introduction to bookkeeping and utilizing and maintaining computer software is also included in this course, as well as medical ethics and legal principles in a healthcare setting.
Permission required.
Corequisite(s): MAST 120 and MAST 125 .
Offered: Fall.
Three lecture hours.
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MAST 120 - Medical Assistant Clinical Procedures I
Credits: 4
Clinical procedures routinely performed in medical outpatient settings. Topics include taking vital signs and patient history, infection control, patient care, and education. Basic anatomy and physiology of body systems, diseases, and provider-ordered treatments are addressed. Students identify and define prefixes, roots, and suffixes in order to combine forms of medical terminology and develop a basic vocabulary of medical terms and abbreviations.
Permission required.
Corequisite(s): MAST 115 and MAST 125 .
Offered: Fall.
Three lecture hours, two lab hours.
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MAST 125 - Medical Assistant Laboratory Procedures I
Credits: 4
An introduction to diagnostic procedures routinely performed in the medical office laboratory setting. This course will cover CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments), waived hematology, chemistry, immunology, and microbiology testing. Federal laboratory guidelines, quality control, and laboratory safety are also presented. Students learn to prepare patients for procedures, visits, and exams, with proper patient intake.
Permission required.
Corequisite(s): MAST 120 and MAST 115 .
Offered: Fall.
Three lecture hours, two lab hours.
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MAST 210 - Medical Office Insurance and Finance
Credits: 3
The focus of this course is medical office bookkeeping procedures and processing of insurance claims. Areas covered include: banking and billing procedures, accounts receivable, collections, applying managed care and third- party guidelines, medical coding, completing insurance claim forms, utilizing and maintaining billing software.
Permission required.
Prerequisite(s): MAST 115 .
Corequisite(s): MAST 220 and MAST 225 .
Offered: Spring.
Three lecture hours.
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MAST 220 - Medical Assistant Clinical Procedures II
Credits: 3
Builds on Medical Assistant Clinical Procedures I and covers additional procedures performed in the outpatient medical setting, as well as medical emergencies, first aid, and medication administration techniques. Additionally, instruction about pharmacology, and preparing and administering medications is presented. Basic anatomy and physiology, diseases, and treatments of various major body systems are taught.
Prerequisite(s): MAST 120 .
Corequisite(s): MAST 210 and MAST 225 .
Offered: Spring.
Two lecture hours, two lab hours.
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MAST 225 - Medical Assistant Laboratory Procedures II
Credits: 4
IInstructions and demonstrations of electrocardiography and respiratory testing. Topics also include anatomy and physiology and diseases and treatments of major body systems as a continuation of Medical Assistant Clinical Procedures I, as well as basic pharmacology, understanding of measurements, clinical application, side effects, and toxicities of medication use.
Permission Required.
Prerequisite(s): MAST 125 .
Corequisite(s): MAST 210 and MAST 220 .
Offered: Spring.
Three lecture hours, two lab hours.
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MAST 290 - Medical Assistant Capstone
Credits: 3
Capstone course for medical assistants. Students share experiences occurring during their internship shifts and discuss cases and performance of medical assistant duties. Cognitive, psychomotor, and affective information is reviewed in preparation for the national certification exam.
Permission required.
Prerequisite(s): MAST 210 , MAST 220 , and MAST 225 .
Corequisite(s): MAST 298 .
Offered: Summer.
Three lecture hours.
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MAST 298 - Medical Assistant Internship
Credits: 3
A learning opportunity in a supervised, unpaid internship of 180 contact hours in an ambulatory health care setting performing administrative and clinical procedures consistent with the duties of a medical assistant. Travel may be required.
Prerequisite(s): MAST 210 , MAST 220 , and MAST 225 .
Corequisite(s): MAST 290 .
Offered: Summer.
Three lecture hours.
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MUSC 1130 - Music Appreciation: Western Music
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: MUSC 140] An exploration of the ideas of music in society and its cultural relevance. This course is designed to increase the appreciation of music and enhance listening skills. Students are introduced to various periods, styles, and composers of music and become acquainted with knowledge and appreciation of Western music from various cultures and times.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
NMGEC: Area VI: Creative and Fine Arts.
Three lecture hours.
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MUSC 1160 - Music Theory I
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: MUSC 115] This course covers elementary music-reading skills and progresses through major and minor scales, intervals and triads. Students acquire a firm understanding of the theory of the Western major and minor system, both visually and orally.
Offered: Occasionally.
NMGEC: Area VI: Creative and Fine Arts.
Three lecture hours.
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MUSC 1375 - Group Piano I
Credits: 2
[Previously offered as MUSC 121L] Beginning group piano lessons designed primarily for students with little or no previous piano experience. Students are introduced to scales, chords, memorization and harmonization of simple melodies and rhythms.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Offered: Occasionally.
Four lab hours.
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MUSC 1380 - Group Piano II
Credits: 2
[Previously offered as: MUSC 122L] Continuation of MUSC 1375. Late elementary repertoire, sight-reading, moving out of the five-finger position, minor scale and chord patterns.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): MUSC 1375 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Four lab hours.
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MUSC 1440 - Class Voice I
Credits: 1
[Previously offered as: MUSC 141 or MUSC 141L] An applied music course in beginning voice that presents the fundamentals of healthy voice production and singing techniques. Basic music reading skills are introduced.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
Two lab hours.
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MUSC 1520 - Class Guitar I
Credits: 2
[Previously offered as MUSC 118L] Applied music class offering instruction on the fundamentals of music theory with an emphasis on classical guitar theory and technique. No prior guitar experience is required.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Offered: Occasionally.
Four lab hours.
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MUSC 1610 - Guitar II: Ensemble
Credits: 2
[Previously offered as: MUSC 119L] An intermediate-level guitar course. Students continue to develop instrumental skills introduced in MUSC 118L or MUSC 1520. In addition, the course focuses on the fundamentals of how to play in an ensemble. The historical and cultural context of musical repertoire is discussed. Classwork consists largely of group work as well as rehearsal of individual skills.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): MUSC 1520 or permission.
Offered: Occasionally.
Four lab hours.
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MUSC 2110 - Chamber Ensemble: Choral
Credits: 1
[Previously offered as: MUSC 111L] This course is an exploration of major ensembles, allowing students to develop their abilities with their instruments in a group setting. Students will gain a broader understanding of major ensemble through study of musical history, as well as various practice exercises and performances.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
Two lab hours.
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MUSC 2450 - Class Voice II
Credits: 1
[Previously offered as: MUSC 221L] An applied music course in intermediate voice that presents vocal techniques beyond the beginning singer’s level. Major topics include breath management, resonance, laryngeal design and function, diction, range, extension and maintaining healthy vocalism.
May be taken twice for degree or certificate credit.
Prerequisite(s): MUSC 1440 .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
Two lab hours.
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NMNC 1110 - Introduction to Nursing Concepts
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: NURS 120] An introduction to the concepts of nursing practice and conceptual learning. Students define personal values, beliefs, and attitudes about health and wellness. This course provides opportunities for students to describe the importance of identifying patient safety issues, the roles and values of the nurse and members of the health care team, and specific standards/regulations that apply to nursing practice.
Permission required.
Corequisite(s): NMNC 1135 .
Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring.
Three lecture hours.
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NMNC 1135 - Principles of Nursing Practice
Credits: 4
[Previously offered as: NURS 125] An introduction to the application of concepts through clinical skills in seminar, laboratory, and/or the clinical setting. The course focuses on the principles of communication, assessment, safety, and specific nursing interventions including accurate calculation, measurement, and administration of medications. The student applies the concepts learned in the Level I co-requisite to the care of the patient and implements the principles of safety during the performance of nursing skilled in patient-based scenarios.
Permission required.
Graded: Pass/Fail.
Corequisite(s): NMNC 1110 .
Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring.
One lecture hour, nine lab hours.
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NMNC 1210 - Health and Illness Concepts I
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: NURS 140] This course will focus on health and illness concepts across the lifespan. Concepts covered are related to homeostasis/regulation, sexuality/reproductive, protection/movement, and emotional processes.
Permission required.
Prerequisite(s): NMNC 1110 and NMNC 1135 .
Corequisite(s): NMNC 1230 and NMNC 1235 .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
Three lecture hours.
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NMNC 1220 - Health Care Participant
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: NURS 145] This course introduces the nursing student to the attributes of the health care participant as an individual, a family, or a community. Permission required.
Permission required.
Prerequisite(s): NMNC 1110 and NMNC 1135 .
Corequisite(s): NMNC 1210 and NMNC 1220 and NMNC 1235 .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
Three lecture hours.
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NMNC 1230 - Nursing Pharmacology
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: NURS 155] An introduction to pharmacological nursing practice across the lifespan utilizing a conceptual approach. The student identifies the nurse’s professional role related to pharmacotherapeutics in diverse populations. Safety issues and minimization of risk potential associated with pharmacotherapeutics, complementary, and alternative medicines are discussed. Evidence-based pharmacological and pathophysiological concepts are integrated to guide medication therapeutics. Common drug classes and the pharmacotherapeutics, pharmacodynamics, and pharmacokinetics associated with each class are included in this course.
Permission required.
Prerequisite(s): NMNC 1110 and NMNC 1135 .
Corequisite(s): NMNC 1210 and NMNC 1220 and NMNC 1230 .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
Three lecture hours.
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NMNC 1235 - Assessment and Health Promotion
Credits: 4
[Previously offered as: NURS 160] This course introduces the nursing student to the assessment of and the health promotion for the health care participant as an individual, a family, or a community. This course uses seminar, laboratory and/or clinical settings.
Permission required.
Graded: Pass/Fail.
Prerequisite(s): NMNC 1110 and NMNC 1135 .
Corequisite(s): NMNC 1210 and NMNC 1220 and NMNC 1230 .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
One lecture hour, nine lab hours.
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NMNC 2310 - Health and Illness Concepts II
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: NURS 200] This course covers health and illness concepts across the lifespan with the focus on chronic conditions. Concepts covered are related to oxygenation and hemostasis, homeostasis and regulation, protection and movement, and cognition and behavior processes.
Permission required.
Prerequisite(s): NMNC 1210 and NMNC 1220 and NMNC 1230 and NMNC 1235 .
Corequisite(s): NMNC 2320 and NMNC 2335 .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
Three lecture hours.
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NMNC 2320 - Professional Nursing Concepts I
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: NURS 210] This course covers foundational concepts for professional development, including selected professional attributes and care competencies.
Permission required.
Prerequisite(s): NMNC 1210 and NMNC 1220 and NMNC 1230 and NMNC 1235 .
Corequisite(s): NMNC 2310 and NMNC 2335 .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
Three lecture hours.
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NMNC 2335 - Care of Patients with Chronic Conditions
Credits: 4
[Previously offered as: NURS 225] The focus of this course is to provide safe, evidence-based nursing care for patients with chronic conditions, across the lifespan in a variety of settings. This course builds upon curricular concepts. This course is a combination of lab and clinical.
Permission required.
Prerequisite(s): NMNC 1210 and NMNC 1220 and NMNC 1230 and NMNC 1235 .
Corequisite(s): NMNC 2310 and NMNC 2320 .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
One lecture hour, nine lab hours.
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NMNC 2410 - Health and Illness Concepts III
Credits: 4
[Previously offered as: NURS 230] This course will cover health and illness concepts, with the focus on acute conditions across the lifespan. Concepts covered are related to homeostasis/ regulation, oxygenation/ hemostasis, protection/ movement, and emotional processes.
Permission required.
Prerequisite(s): NMNC 2310 and NMNC 2320 and NMNC 2335 .
Corequisite(s): NMNC 2435 and NMNC 2445 .
Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring.
Four lecture hours.
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NMNC 2435 - Clinical Intensive I
Credits: 4
[Previously offered as: NURS 235] This is the first of two Level Four clinical courses in which the student will apply the curricular concepts in the management of care participants with acute conditions across the lifespan.
Permission required.
Graded: Pass/Fail.
Prerequisite(s): NMNC 2310 and NMNC 2320 and NMNC 2335 .
Corequisite(s): NMNC 2410 and NMNC 2445 .
Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring.
One lecture hour, nine lab hours.
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NMNC 2445 - ADN Capstone
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: NURS 260] This course was deliberately left blank so that individual colleges and programs could customize the capstone experience to meet the needs of the institution and the community it serves. Because this is a capstone class, it is unlikely to be transferred for articulation.
Permission required.
Graded: Pass/Fail.
Prerequisite(s): NMNC 2310 and NMNC 2320 and NMNC 2335 .
Corequisite(s): NMNC 2410 and NMNC 2435 .
Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring.
One lecture hour, six lab hours.
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NURS 205 - Professional Issues in Practical Nursing
Credits: 2
An overview of professional issues related to the role of the practical nurse (PN) or licensed practical nurse (LPN). Students learn about the LPN role according to the New Mexico Nurse Practice Act. Scope of practice and legal accountability are reviewed. Other topics include ethical and legal responsibilities of the LPN role, delegation of duties, and the role of the LPN as part of a health care team. On successful completion of this course, students are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination-Practical Nurse (NCLEX-PN).
Permission required.
Prerequisite(s): NMNC 2335 .
Offered: Occasionally.
Two lecture hours.
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NURS 250 - Emergency Medicine in Nursing
Credits: 3
An elective for the nursing student who wants to learn more about the scope of knowledge and skills that is required of emergency nurses. Students will be active participants in class discussions and simulation lab.
Permission required.
Graded: Pass/Fail.
Prerequisite(s): NMNC 2335 and NMNC 2410 .
Offered: Fall and Spring.
Two lecture hours, three lab hours.
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NURS 1110 - Introduction to Practical Nursing Concepts
Credits: 3
Introduction to the concepts of nursing practice and conceptual learning. Students define personal values, beliefs, and attitudes about health and wellness. Provides opportunities for students to describe the importance of identifying patient safety issues, the roles and values of the practical nurse and members of the health care team, and specific standards/regulations that apply to practical nursing practice.
Admission to the Practical Nursing Program and permission required.
Corequisite(s): NURS 1120 .
Offered: Fall.
Three lecture hours.
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NURS 1120 - Principles of Practical Nursing Practice
Credits: 4
Introduces the nursing student to the application of concepts through clinical skills in seminar, large and small group activities, laboratory, and/or clinical settings. Principles of communication, assessment, safety, and interventions, including accurate calculations, measurement, and administration of medications will be included.
Admission to the Practical Nursing Program and permission required.
Corequisite(s): NURS 1110 .
Offered: Fall.
One lecture hour, nine lab hours.
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NURS 1130 - LPN Health and Illness Concepts I
Credits: 4
Covers health and illness concepts across the lifespan, as they relate to the practical nurse’s caregiver and discipline-specific roles, with the focus on wellness and common variations. Concepts covered are related to homeostasis/regulation, sexuality/reproductive, protection/movement, and emotional processes.
Permission required.
Prerequisite(s): NURS 1110 and NURS 1120 and BIOL 1130 and BIOL 1130L
Corequisite(s): NURS 1150
Offered: Spring.
Four lecture hours.
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NURS 1140 - LPN Health Care Participant
Credits: 3
Introduces the attributes of the health care participant as an individual, a family, or a community as they relate to the practical nurse’s discipline-specific and caregiver roles.
Permission required.
Prerequisite(s): NURS 1130 and NURS 1150 .
Corequisite(s): NURS 1160
Offered: Summer.
Three lecture hours.
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NURS 1150 - LPN Nursing Pharmacology
Credits: 3
An introduction to pharmacological nursing practice across the lifespan utilizing a conceptual approach. The student identifies the nurse’s professional role related to pharmacotherapeutics in diverse populations. Safety issues and minimization of risk potential associated with pharmacotherapeutics, complementary, and alternative medicines are discussed. Evidence-based pharmacological and pathophysiological concepts are integrated to guide medication therapeutics. Common drugs classes and the pharmacotherapeutics, pharmacodynamics, and pharmacokinetics associated with each are included in this course.
Permission required.
Prerequisite(s): NURS 1110 and NURS 1120 and BIOL 1130 and BIOL 1130L .
Corequisite(s): NURS 1130 .
Offered: Spring.
Three lecture hours.
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NURS 1160 - LPN Assessment and Health Promotion
Credits: 4
Introduces the nursing student to the assessment of and the health promotion for the health care participant as an individual, a family, or a community as it relates to the practical nurse’s discipline-specific and caregiver roles. This course uses seminar, laboratory, and/or clinical settings.
Permission required.
Prerequisite(s): NURS 1130 and NURS 1150 .
Corequisite(s): NURS 1140 .
Offered: Summer.
One lecture hour, nine lab hours.
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NURS 1170 - LPN Health and Illness Concepts II
Credits: 5
Covers health and illness concepts across the lifespan, as they relate to the practical nurse’s discipline-specific and caregiver roles. Concepts covered are related to oxygenation and hemostasis and regulation, protection and movement, and cognitive and behavioral processes.
Permission required.
Prerequisite(s): NURS 1140 and NURS 1160 .
Corequisite(s): NUTR 2110 .
Offered: Fall.
Three lecture hours, six lab hours.
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NURS 2999 - LPN Capstone
Credits: 3
Focuses on the application of practical nursing skills in clinical settings including schools, clinics, hospitals, and long-term care facilities. This course gives the practical nurse student an opportunity to work with individuals and families across the lifespan with chronic, acute, and complex medical conditions.
Permission required.
Prerequisite(s): NURS 1170 and NUTR 2110
Offered: Spring.
One lecture hour, six lab hours.
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NUTR 1020 - Nutrition for Fitness and Sport
Credits: 3
Explores the role of nutrition in physical performance of competitive and recreational sports participants.
Offered: Fall.
Three lecture hours.
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NUTR 1120 - Dietary Guidelines
Credits: 1
[Previously offered as: NUTR 121] A presentation and explanation in detail of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans developed by vthe U.S. Department of Agriculture (U.S.D.A.) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
One lecture hour.
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NUTR 2110 - Human Nutrition
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: NUTR 200] Provides an overview of nutrients, including requirements, digestion, absorption, transport, function in the body and food sources. Dietary guidelines intended to promote long-term health are stressed.
Offered: Summer, Fall and Spring.
Three lecture hours.
Health and Wellness Course
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NUTR 2130 - Nutrition in the Lifecycle
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: NUTR 205] A presentation and explanation of the specific nutritional needs and recommendations for all phases of the human life cycle: pregnancy, infancy, childhood, adolescence, adulthood, and the elderly.
Offered: Fall and Spring.
Three lecture hours.
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NUTR 2140 - Community Nutrition
Credits: 3
[Previously offered as: NUTR 206] An exploration of food and nutrition issues and programs related to individuals, families, and groups living in a defined area.
Offered: Spring.
Three lecture hours.
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